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The Galette Route in Bruailles
Tourist office
5.88 mi
+151 ft
-154 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Bruailles (Saône-et-Loire)
Bruailles boasts a well-preserved heritage: the bishop’s house, the vicarage, the church and the bakehouse. The bakehouse was once used by the villagers to bake their bread. Situated in the heart of the village and close to the town hall, it is brought back to life several times a year during various village events.
Two rivers wind their way through the village, flowing between floodplains and wooded countryside: the Vallière and the Solnan.
Sentier des Grands Bois in Louhans
5.17 mi
+105 ft
-98 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Louhans (Saône-et-Loire)
Surrounded by waterways, Louhans, of Burgundian origin, means "pleasant place by the water". Over the centuries, the town has developed thanks to trade. The medieval town has preserved its main street with 157 arcades, one of the longest in France. On Monday mornings, there is a large market, including a poultry market.
The Ponds Trail in Louhans
1.31 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
0h 35
Easy
Departure from Louhans (Saône-et-Loire)
This walk in the heart of the town offers a real breath of fresh air and allows you to discover the flora and fauna that have found a suitable environment in which to thrive. It’s the perfect family walk to enjoy after exploring the old medieval town and its main street, lined with 157 arcades – one of the longest in France. On Monday mornings, there’s a large market, including a poultry market, situated just on the other side of the railway line.
Route du patrimoine à Louhans
0.77 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
0h 20
Easy
Departure from Louhans (Saône-et-Loire)
Surrounded by waterways, Louhans, of Burgundian origin, means ‘pleasant spot by the water’. The medieval town has preserved its main street, featuring 157 arcades – one of the longest in France. Several of the arcaded houses, half-timbered houses, the loggia and the Maison du Bailly are well worth a visit, as are the ancient defensive towers of Saint-Paul and Saint-Pierre. Don’t miss the Hôtel-Dieu and its apothecary’s shop either. A large poultry market is held on Monday mornings.
Through the Sornay hedgerows
9.15 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Sornay (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Sornay, a rural village with a population of 2,000, is situated near Louhans-Châteaurenaud and Branges and is bordered by two rivers: the Sâne Morte and the Seille. The latter, popular with anglers and boaters, features a towpath ideal for exploring the wetlands and their characteristic flora and fauna.
The meadow and banks of the Seille at Sornay
4.60 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Sornay (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Sornay, a rural village of 2,000 inhabitants situated near Louhans-Châteaurenaud and Branges, is bordered by two rivers: the Sâne Morte and the Seille. The latter, popular with anglers and boaters, features a towpath perfect for exploring the wetlands and their characteristic flora and fauna.
History and nature themed trail in Sornay
3.03 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Sornay (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Sornay, a village situated near Louhans-Châteaurenaud and Branges, is bordered by two rivers: the Sâne-Morte and the Seille. The latter, popular with anglers and boaters, features a towpath that’s perfect for exploring the wetlands and their characteristic flora and fauna.
Through the woods, fields and meadows of Vincelles
4.20 mi
+171 ft
-167 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Vincelles (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
In the heart of the Burgundian Bresse region, Vincelles is bordered by the non-navigable stretch of the River Seille, which is a delight for anglers. Close to Louhans-Châteaurenaud, the trails are easily accessible and will take you on a journey through nature, passing through woods, fields and meadows.
The Fougères Route in Montpont-en-Bresse
5.17 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Montpont-en-Bresse (Saône-et-Loire)
Before being renamed Montpont-en-Bresse in 1961, the town was first known as “Mons Pavonis” and then “Montpaon”.
Dotted with ponds, streams and rivers, it also boasts a large area of woodland. The charm of this countryside lies in the diversity of its heritage, fine examples of which can be found in the village centre, with its brick church, its town hall housed in a former manor house, and its library set in a traditional Bresse-style building.
Montpont-en-Bresse Forest Route
8.21 mi
+164 ft
-138 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montpont-en-Bresse (Saône-et-Loire)
Before being named Montpont-en-Bresse in 1961, the village was first known as “Mons Pavonis” and then “Montpaon”.
Dotted with ponds, streams and rivers, it also boasts a large area of woodland. The charm of this countryside lies in the diversity of its heritage, fine examples of which can be found in the village centre, with its brick church, its town hall housed in a former manor house, and its library situated in a traditional Bresse-style building.
The Montpont-en-Bresse Ponds Route
6.09 mi
+138 ft
-135 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Montpont-en-Bresse (Saône-et-Loire)
Before being renamed Montpont-en-Bresse in 1961, the village was first known as Mons Pavonis and then Montpaon.
Dotted with ponds, streams and rivers, it also boasts a large area of woodland. The charm of this countryside lies in the diversity of its heritage, fine examples of which can be found in the village centre, with its brick church, its town hall housed in a former manor house, and its library set in a traditional Bresse-style building.
The Cuckoo Route in Vincelles
1.99 mi
+66 ft
-72 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Vincelles (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
In the heart of the Burgundian Bresse region, Vincelles is bordered by the non-navigable stretch of the River Seille, which is a delight for anglers. Close to Louhans-Châteaurenaud, the trails are easily accessible and will take you on a journey through woods and meadows to discover the natural surroundings. In the village, you can admire the private mills that dot the Bresse countryside.
The Gizia Cross
Visorando Member
9.84 mi
+1,873 ft
-1,850 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cuiseaux (Saône-et-Loire)
A lovely loop on the first slopes of the Jura massif, above the Bresse plain (Revermont). A largely forested route, with viewpoints and panoramas, typical villages, monuments and heritage sites.
Romenay's ponds
6.30 mi
+102 ft
-118 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Romenay (Saône-et-Loire)
A route along easy paths in the Bresse region, starting from the traditional village of Romenay.
In the countryside around Terreferme
4.53 mi
+148 ft
-171 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Beaupont (Ain)
An easy walk to discover the peaceful countryside of the Bresse Bourguignonne. The route passes through farmland, a beautiful lake, meadows and woods, finally following a small river. Here and there are scattered Bresse farms, some still in operation.PR®® (yellow) signposts all along the route.
Fountains and wash houses around Joudes
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.39 mi
+351 ft
-364 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Joudes (Saône-et-Loire)
This is an easy walk with little elevation gain, featuring fountains and six wash houses along the route. Walk on tarmac roads and dirt tracks.
Route from Clémencey to L’Abergement in Frangy-en-Bresse
5.55 mi
+102 ft
-98 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Frangy-en-Bresse (Saône-et-Loire)
In the north-east of the Burgundian Bresse, Frangy-en-Bresse stretches from east to west for around 10 km. It shares a natural border with the Jura via the River Seille. A Natura 2000-designated wetland area, between the Seille and the Seillette, created for the preservation of wildlife, is particularly rich in bird and plant species. Along the trail, you can pass through the commune’s many hamlets and discover fortified houses and Bresse-style farmhouses.
Circular via Montagnat-le-Reconduit and L'Aubépin from Balanod
6.55 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,083 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Balanod (Jura)
A very pleasant walk, with some sections where caution is required. It initially runs alongside the Besançon river. (This walk is not recommended during periods of high water).
Along the route, you will discover an old spinning mill, a waterfall, two viewpoints, the ruins of the Château de l'Aubépin, a chapel and old wash houses.
The route is well shaded and can be enjoyed in summer without any problems.